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Occupation Description
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Occupation: 2312-19 Ophthalmologist
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Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical services related to diseases, injuries and deficiencies of the human eye and associated structures.
Skill Level: -
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, one year's hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include: -
- examines patients for symptoms indicative of ocular disorders
- performs tests to determine vision loss and the nature and extent of injury, disease or disorder
- performs eye surgery
- instructs patients in remedial eye exercises
- prescribes and administers medications and corrective optical appliances
- may arrange, supervise and fit artificial eyes and other orthotic aids
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